we tried 'playing nice' but he doesn't respond

I can understand your frustration, Of Troy.

I tried playing nice to you for months, offered to make peace repeatedly, turned the other cheek, but you and ASp would have none of it.

So now I'm back defending myself against your incessant assaults, again.

Want to play nice, Of Troy?

Why not give it a try?

I'll tell you what.

I won't insult you. In return, you stop insulting me.

That should make everyone happy.